550 (213 CBT) 

 

IELTS score of 7.0 

Agnes Scott is a reading and writing intensive college, so student should be able to succeed in a writing intensive environment. A TOEFL of 550 (213 CBT) is preferred, although other evidence of proficiency can be reviewed on a case by case basis. Exchange students may not enroll in senior seminars or 600 (graduate) level courses. 

 

 

 

 

500 (173 CBT) 

 

 

Limited ESL is available. 

500 PBT (173 CBT, 61 IBT) 

550 PBT (213 CBT, 79 IBT) 

IELTS score of 5.5 undergrad; 6.0 graduate 

 

523 (193 CBT, 70 iBT) 

523 (193 CBT, 70 iBT) 

 

While AASU does not offer intensive English language courses, the first semester English composition course is available with an ESL emphasis. 

500 PBT (173 CBT, 61 IBT) 

 

 

 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) or 575* for some department 

IELTS score of 6.5 on bands 

For all undergraduate placements a language test is given on arrival. Participants who do not meet the required proficiency level are required to take EFL during the regular academic year in conjunction with a reduced number of regular courses (included in ISEP benefits). Some graduate departments require a minimum TOEFL of 575. 

550 (213 CBT) 

550 (213 CBT) 

IELTS score of 6 or a MELAB score of 80 

No language exam is given, but the university expects visiting students to have sufficient command of oral and written English to compete successfully. ESL instruction is not available; however, ESL tutoring is. 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 6.5 or EIKEN Grade Pre-1 

The College offers two credit-bearing English as a Second Language courses in the Fall semester and one in the Spring to help students succeed academically. Students enrolled in ESL courses combine them with courses in other disciplines. The ISEP Language Proficiency Report is accepted in lieu of the TOEFL. 

533 (200 CBT, 72 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 6.0 or SAT II (ELPT) 

Students at or above the scores required for regular admission will be enrolled full-time in regular classes and will not have to take ESL classes. Students who do not submit a TOEFL score of 533 PBT (200 CBT, 72 iBT) or its equivalent on another secured test (6 on IELTS) will be required to take a placement test. The placement test will determine the student’s access to regular academic courses, which may be limited. 

550 (213 CBT) 

 

Equivalent MELAB score 

 

 

 

 

 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

 

MELAB score of 80, ACT English score of 24, IELTS score of 6, SAT 1 Writing score of 480 PLUS SAT I Critical Reading score of 480, London or Cambridge GCE or GCSE English Language Exam grade of A or B, or International Baccalaureate (IB) Higher Level English exam score of 5-7 or grade of A or B 

 

525 (197 CBT) 

 

IELTS of 6.5 

No ESL courses are offered. 

550 (213 CBT, 80 IBT) 

 

IELTS of 6.5 

As is true of a liberal arts college, students will be required to give oral presentations and submit lengthy written papers for most classes. Because of this, students should be able to read and write at a high academic level. 

550 (213 CBT) 

 

IELTS score of at least 7 (no writing or speaking scores below 6), or an SAT II (ELPT) 

Students who receive a TOEFL score below 550 (213 CBT) are required to take a language placement test on campus prior to beginning classes. English as a Second Language courses are included in ISEP benefits.

Students wishing to improve their English language skills may enroll in the English Language Institute on campus for the purpose of receiving English as a Second Language instruction. Students who score between 500 and 549 (173 to 212 CBT) on the TOEFL may enroll in English for Academic Purposes classes that focus on language skills needed for university study and may, concurrently, take regular university classes. 

527-530 (197 CBT, 71 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 5.5 

Intensive English courses are available (not included in ISEP benefits). 

550 (213 CBT, 79-80 iBT) 

 

 

 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) 

550 to 600 (213-250 CBT) 

IELTS score of 6; SAT of 950 (Critical Reasoning and Mathematics only) 

In lieu of TOEFL, proof of English-language proficiency is required. 

550 (213 CBT) 

 

 

 

525 (190 CBT, 70 iBT) 

 

A minimum IELTS score of 6, or other evidence of English proficiency (i.e. attendance at an English speaking institution). 

All students are assessed on an individual basis. 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 6.0 

 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 6.5 with no subscore below 6.0 or SAT II (ELPT) 

Pre-session intensive ESL courses are available through Creighton’s Intensive English Language Institute (not included in ISEP benefits). 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

IELTS score of 5.5 for undergraduate, 6.0 for graduate 

 

500 (173 CBT) 

 

 

 

500 (173 CBT, 61 IBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

IELTS score of 6.0 

 

550 (215 CBT) 

 

Equivalent IELTS score or SAT II (ELPT) 

Pre-session intensive English language courses are offered (not included in ISEP benefits) by the ELS Language Center on the Eckerd campus. 

525 (197 CBT, 71 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

IELTS score (6 undergrad, 6.1 grad) 

A language proficiency exam is administered during orientation. Participants who do not score high enough may be asked to enroll in course(s) at one of two local Iintensive English Programs (not included in ISEP benefits). 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

IELTS score of 6.5 or MELAB score of 77. 

 

500 (173 CBT) 

550 (213 CBT) 

Equivalent IELTS score, SAT II (ELPT), or Michigan Test 

Individuals who do not meet these requirements will be required to take a written English language proficiency exam upon arrival at ESU. Students failing to meet necessary proficiency levels will be required to enroll in appropriate intensive English language courses (not included in ISEP benefits). Intensive English language courses are available prior to the start of the academic year for a fee. 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

IELTS score of 5.5 for undergraduate; 6.5 for graduate. 

ESL is available (not included in ISEP benefits). 

500 (173 CBT, 61 IBT) 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The University does not require a TOEFL score. 

550 PBT (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

550 PBT (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

IELTS score of 6.5 

 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) 

550 PBT (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

An IELTS score of 6.0 for undergraduate or 6.5 for graduate oran equivalent SAT II (ELPT) score is also accepted. 

While GCSU does not offer intensive English language, the basic for-credit ESL course is required in the first semester of all students who score below 550 (included in ISEP benefits). 

500 (173 CBT; 61 iBT) 

 

 

Some part-time ESL courses may be available for ISEP students if needed. Students may take ESL 0093 - English as a Second Language I (6 credits) or WRIT 1101 - ESL English Composition I (3 credits). These will be included in the ISEP benefits. The university will recommend which, if either, ESL course is most appropriate in each individual situation after arrival. 

550 (213 CBT) 

 

A year studying in an English-speaking locale within two years of coming to Hamline. 

Intensive English courses are available both during the academic year and pre-session; most at an additional cost to the applicant. 

577 (233 CBT, 91 iBT) 

 

 

Alternate testing or proof of English proficiency (including SAT, ACT, ELPT, IB English A1 or A2, or A-level English) may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Intensive English courses are available at the nearby International Language Institute (not included in ISEP benefits). Hampshire is a reading and writing intensive college and classes are largely discussion based; students should be able to succeed in a rigorous academic environment. 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

 

IELTS of 6.5 

Hendrix does not offer ESL. 

550 (213 CBT) 

 

 

No ESL is available. 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) except 550 for business 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

IELTS score of 5.5 undergrad, 6.5 grads. 

The School of Business requires 550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) for both graduates and undergraduates. Mass communications and psychology graduate schools require 570 (230 CBT). ESL is only available to undergraduate participants and is included in ISEP benefits with a reduced academic courseload. 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

IELTS score of 5.5 

Students with a TOEFL score of 475 to 500 (153-173 CBT) may participate for one semester in the Bridge Program (included in ISEP benefits). The Bridge Program is half intensive-English classes and half regular university classes. 

530 (173 CBT, 68 iBT) 

550 PBT (197 CBT, 79 iBT 

IELTS score of 6, with no subscore lower than 5.5 for undergraduates, 6.5 for graduates. A Michigan test score of 75, an SAT critical reading score of 420, or an ACT English subscore of 16. 

The College of Engineering requires a minimum TOEFL of 530 (197 CBT, 71 iBT); a Michigan Score of 78 and IELTS of 6. Graduate applicants must meet both the Graduate College Requirement and the program requirement which may be higher.
Students from countries where English is the official language such as Ghana and South Africa are not required to submit the TOEFL if their first language is English. I 

525 PBT (197 CBT, 70 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 5.5 or an Eiken pre-1 level is required 

Alternate testing or proof of proficiency may be accepted. No EFL is offered, but free English tutoring is available in the Learning/Advisement Center. 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 6.5 

 

550 (213 CBT) 

Varies by department 

IELTS score of 6.5, equivalent EIKEN, or any other standard English proficiency test 

Undergraduate: Students can be confirmed without a TOEFL score, but must take the English Language Proficiency Test (EPT) upon arrival to determine if they can begin full-time university study or need to study English language full- or part-time.

Graduate: Students must submit a TOEFL score. Many departments conditionally admit students with a low TOEFL score. These students will be required to take the English Language Proficiency Test upon arrival to determine if they have to study English (full- or part-time) or are ready to begin full-time university classes.) 

527 (197 CBT) 

 

 

English as a Foreign Language courses are available as part of a full course load (included in ISEP benefits). 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

 

 

Lenoir-Rhyne does not offer ESL. 

550 (213 CBT; 79 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT; 79 iBT) 

IELTS score of 6.5 

No pre-session intensive language courses are offered. Students placed at LSU must submit original TOEFL scores and transcripts directly to the university.

*Institutional TOEFL accepted for undergraduates only. 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 6 

 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

IELTS score of 6.5 

Mansfield University is working on expanding ESL offerings. Please check with the coordinator for information on course offerings any given semester. 

500 (173 CBT, 60 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 5.0 or equivalent MELAB score 

Students are required to take a placement test upon arrival and a participant with a lower score may be required to enroll in concurrent ESL courses at the college (included in ISEP benefits). 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) 

525 (197 CBT, 71 iBT) 

IELTS score of 6.0 undergrad, 6.5 grads. 

Pre-session intensive English program is available offering 18 hours of classroom study per week with three levels of instruction and small class sizes (not included in ISEP benefits). 

525 (200 CBT, 74 iBT) 

 

IELTS band score of 6.0; EIKEN - Pre-1; or the Michigan Test for English Language Proficiency upon arrival 

Students can be confirmed without a TOEFL, however all new students are given an English proficiency test after they arrive at the college; any student without the required scores who does not pass the English proficiency exam may be placed initially into the intensive English program. These students can begin taking college courses once they have passed the proficiency exam given each semester. Pre-session intensive English classes are offered at a discounted rate (not included in ISEP benefits).

Maryville College offers a pre-session language program prior to each semester. This program offers six levels of instruction from beginning to advanced. All sessions have five hours of class per day, five days a week for full-time studies. All classes have fewer than 12 students per class; the average class size is 7-9. The semester 1 pre-session takes place from July 13 to August 14th (5-week cost $2,192 includes tuition, some activities, housing & meals) and the semester housing & meals). 

530 to 550) 200-213 CBT, 72 to 80 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 6, or MELAB score of 80. The university also accepts the Cambridge certificates or an SAT verbal score of 500 as proof of English-language proficiency. 

A language proficiency test is given on arrival. Those students failing to meet the required proficiency level are required to take a single ESL course each semester with a reduced number of regular courses until the minimum English proficiency level is reached. The ESL course and all other coursework are included in the ISEP benefits. No pre-session ESL is offered. 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) 

530 (197 CBT, 71 iBT) 

UMELI Michigan Test score of 80 for undergraduates, 85 for graduates. IELTS score of 5.5 for undergraduate, 6.0 for graduate. EIKEN score of 2A. 

The Honors College undergraduate program requires a minimum TOEFL score of 520 (183 CBT). 

580 (220 CBT, 83 iBT) 

 

 

 

525 (195 CBT, 71 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 6 

Alternate testing or proof of proficiency may be considered on an individual basis. Proof of English language proficiency is not required for ISEP students from Ghana and South Africa. Graduate programs may require a higher TOEFL. No EFL is offered at present. 

520 (190 CBT) 

 

 

420 (110 CBT; 36 iBT) for the ESL program. Students with a score of 420-520 may study ESL full-time in IEP courses for one semester and may enroll in regular MSSU courses the second semester. 

525 (195 CBT) 

 

The IELTS score minimum requirements are 5.5 for undergraduate applicants and 6.0 for graduate applicants. 

ESL courses are available (not included in ISEP benefits). 

550 

 

 

ESL courses are available at the local community college (not included in ISEP benefits). 

525 (195 CBT, 71 iBT) 

550 to 600 (213-250 CBT) 

Equivalent IELTS score or MELAB 

Students with lower scores will need to take a placement test upon arrival ($50) and be prepared to take whatever English classes are recommended. English language courses are available through the American Cultural Exchange (ACE) (not included in ISEP benefits). 

500 (173 CTB) 

Graduate programs require a higher TOEFL score. 

 

An ISEP Language Proficiency Report may be substituted for TOEFL scores for all non-degree exchange students. 

500 PBT/173 CBT/61 iBT 

 

 

 

525 (190 CBT, 70iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 80iBT) 

A Cambridge First Certificate in English grade of C is required for undergraduate-level participants. 

Graduate-level business requires a minimum TOEFL score of 600 (250 CBT, 100 iBT).

NC State will not be able to accept any applicants who do not have valid TOEFL, IELTS or Cambridge score reports. Institutional TOEFL scores will not be accepted.

Exceptions are made for students whose native language is English or students who have completed at least one year of a university degree where English is an official language and the language of instruction in higher education. To see those countries visit: www.ncsu.edu/grad/handbook/official_language_english.htm. 

525 (195 CBT, 71 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 5.5 or EIKEN Grade Pre-1 

NWU also accepts the STEP-Eiken test Grade Pre-1. 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

IELTS score of 5 undergrad, 6 graduate. 

Pre-session intensive English is available (not included in ISEP benefits). NMSU reserves the right to require any ISEP student to take the English placement screening exam during new student orientation and to require students with demonstrated English deficiencies to take English courses designed for international students (included in ISEP benefits). The institutional TOEFL is only accepted for non-degree exchange students. Graduate degree-seeking students must submit an official TOEFL or IELTS. 

525 (193 CBT, 70 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 6.0 

Intensive English language courses are available (not included in ISEP benefits). 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

 

IELTS- 6.5 

 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

 

IELTS 6.5-7.0; EIKEN Pre-1; Cambridge Proficiency Exam - Grade C or higher; or all students will be tested/retested upon arrival 

Students may be confirmed without a TOEFL score report; all students take an in-house language test upon arrival. Those who do not achieve a sufficient score will take courses in the campus ESL program in conjunction with a reduced number of regular courses. 

525 (195 CBT or 70 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 6.0; or SAT score of 510; ACT score of 21; 

Students may also take a language test on-site upon arrival. 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

IELTS average score of 5.5 

 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) 

525 (197 CBT, 71iBT) 

IELTS score (6 undergrad, 6.1 grad) 

 

550 (213 CBT) 

 

 

Those who do not meet the TOEFL score may be required to enroll in EFL in conjunction with a reduced number of regular courses. Pre-session EFL is also available (not included in ISEP benefits) from May to mid-August. 

79 iBT (213 CBT, 550 PBT) 

 

Minimum IELTS score of 6.5; proof of 1 semester or 2 quarters English writing course from an accredited US institution with “B” grade or better 

 

600 (250 CBT, 100 iBT) 

 

 

Students with TOEFL scores between 520-586 may be accommodated in the Bridge program courses in Modern Languages and Cultures with one or two regular college courses. Pitzer College requires students to read extensively, contribute verbaly and in writing in class meetings. Most classes have essays and long term papers. 

 

 

 

 

520 (190 CBT, 68 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 79-80 IBT) 

 

There is no formal ESL instruction, but an ESL tutor is available in the Learning Assistance and Resource Center (LARC). 

550 (213 CBT; 80 iBT) 

 

 

 

550 (213 CBT) 

 

 

 

520 (190 CBT, 68 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 6 

Students with TOEFL scores of 520 to 547 (190-210 CBT) must enroll in the advanced ESL course (offered fall term only, included in ISEP benefits) and will have restricted access to the curriculum until successful completion of the ESL course.
For TOEFL waiver students, the ISEP Language Proficiency Report plus additional documentation as to the system of teaching English leading up to higher education must be included with the application. 

525 (197 CBT, 72 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 5.5; APIEL of 3; Swedish students: VG accepted. 

 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

IELTS score of 6.5 on writing and overall bands 

Additional Requirements for Undergraduates: 4.5 or higher on the Test of Written English (TWE), or 80 (iBT) with 22 on the writing section and no less than 17 in any one section. Students must meet these minimum writing criteria. 

500 (173 CBT; 61 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 6.0 

Students must have English speaking and writing ability. 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

 

 

Limited ESL courses are available. 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 6.5 

English language programs are available prior to and throughout the academic term (not included in ISEP benefits). 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT; 80 iBT) 

IELTS Undergrad and Grad 7.0; Pearson Test of English (PTE) Undergrad and Grad 68 

All applicants who have not attended schools full time at the secondary level or above for at least three years where English is the principal language of instruction must pass an English-language proficiency exam. Undergraduates and graduates may take either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), or the Pearson Test of English (PTE), or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Engineering majors of all class levels require a higher score than the allowable undergraduate minimum of 500 on the paper form of the TOEFL. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Students may take a language proficiency exam upon arrival at SDSU. Test results are used to determine whether a student needs to English courses for non-native speakers. These courses are included in ISEP benefits. 

527-530 (200 CBT, 72-73 iBT) 

 

 

A host-language course (ENG 099) is offered, but because this course fills quickly, ISEP students with higher TOEFL scores are preferred. 

520 (190 CBT, 68 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

IELTS score of 6.5 

TOEFL is NOT required for undergraduate students except for English and Journalism. All graduate programs require the TOEFL. Students with TOEFL scores between 475 and 520 (152-190 CBT) will be re-tested on arrival and may be asked to enroll in EFL (not included in ISEP benefits) in conjunction with a reduced number of regular courses. Pre-session EFL (not included in ISEP benefits) is offered in two sessions: late May to late June, and early July to mid-August. 

550 (213 CBT) 

 

 

No ESL language offerings. Students must be prepared to read and write at a very high level. 

500 (173 CBT) 

 

IELTS score of 5.0 is required for undergraduates 

English placement testing is available upon arrival for students planning to study English at St. Edward’s. No ESL instruction is available. 

550 (213 CBT, 84 iBT) 

 

IELTS - band score of 8 

St. Lawrence offers one ESL course in the fall semester. 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

An equivalent IELTS or EIKEN score. 

 

500 (173 CBT) 

 

Michigan Test of English score of 80. 

Graduate programs may require a higher TOEFL. 

487 (163 CBT, 57 iBT) 

527 (197 CBT, 71 iBT) 

IELTS - score of 5.0
EIKEN - 2A grade (College or Junior College Level)
TOEIC - Test of English for International Communication 580
Cambridge IGCSE or O Level English -O Levels
Two Semesters or three quarters of college-level English composition from an accredited college or university with a C grade or better.
ACT English score of 17 or better
SAT Verbal score of 460 or better 

If a student agrees to take ESL 1010 or ESL 1020 at TTU we can accept students with an institution score of 477 (153 CBT, 53 iBT).
 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) 

 

ISEP students may enroll concurrently in level 5 or 6 of Intensive English language courses and academic courses, subject to approval from college advisor. EFL courses are available (upper-level EFL courses are included in ISEP benefits with approval). 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 6.5 or a minimum score of 500 on the SAT Critical Reading section. Minimum score of 21 on the ACT English and Reading sections 

Intensive English language courses are not available. 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

IELTS score of 6.0 

 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

 

 

 

507 (180 CBT, 64 iBT) 

557 (220 CBT, 83 iBT) 

IELTS score of 6 or MELAB score of 70 for undergraduates. An IELTS score of 6.5 or MELAB score of 78 is required for graduates. 

 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

IELTS score of 6.0 for undergraduate; 6.5 for graduate. 

ESL courses are available (not included in ISEP benefits). 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) 

Graduate courses may require a higher TOEFL score. 

 

 

525 (197 CBT, 71 iBT) 

525 (197 CBT, 71 iBT) 

IELTS score of 6.5 

Year-long ESL courses are available. 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

An equivalent IELTS score. 

 

525 (193 CBT, 70 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) some departments higher 

IELTS score of 6.5 for regular admission or 5.5 for conditional admission.Successfully complete Level Five (college preparation) at DU’s English Language Center ( ELC).
Students are generally exempt from an English-test requirement if they have any of the following: Secondary/high school diploma from a school where the language of instruction is English, SAT verbal score above 500, GSCE grade of A,B or C on the English examination, HKCEE grade of A,B or C on the English examination, syllabus B. ACT English subscore of 22 or higher. 

Students with TOEFL scores between 525 PBT (193 CBT, 70 iBT) and 570 PBT (230 CBT, 88 iBT) will be required to take an additional English test on the day of orientation. The results of this test will determine whether an additional writing course (4 elective credits) will be required prior to enrollment in the First-Year English Sequence. No institutional TOEFL scores will be accepted. Graduate students must submit a minimum TOEFL of 550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT); some departments may be higher.

 

525 (193 CBT, 70 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 6.0, Cambridge certificates (CAE, CPE), an SAT critical reading score of 500, a MELAB score of 74, or a previous degree from an accredited US institution. 

Based on the judgment of the Admissions Office, students who have taken English classes at U.S. institutions and passed those classes may have the English proficiency demonstration waived. A waiver for this requirement is automatically granted to students from countries where English is the native language and/or the official language for academic instruction.
Some departments may require a higher TOEFL score for graduate students. The American Language and Culture Program (ALCP) offers intensive language instruction (additional costs may apply; see the Institutional Information Sheet for details). 

530 (197 CBT, 80iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 79iBT) 

IELTS total of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0 

Participants with TOEFL scores between 530 and 599 (197-249 CBT) and students who benefit from the TOEFL waiver are required to take a language proficiency examination on arrival and may be required to take ESL in conjunction with regular courses (included in ISEP benefits). Admission to the College of Law requires a TOEFL score of 580 (237 CBT). Admission to the School of Management requires a TOEFL of 600 (250 CBT). The ISEP Language Proficiency Report may be substituted for the TOEFL for students from the selected list of countries in this chart as well as students from non-English speaking Europe. 

570 (230 CBT) 

570 (230 CBT) 

IELTS score of 6.5- now lower than 6.0 on each section. 

Students who do not meet the required TOEFL score or have not taken the TOEFL exam must take the University of Kansas English Language Center’s (AEC) exam upon arrival. Students who do not achieve a satisfactory score on the university language test are required to take English courses at the Applied English Center. The cost is included in regular KU tuition benefits for exchange students. A pre-session intensive English program is offered between the 1st week of June & the last week of July. Cost for tuition, room & board is not included in ISEP benefits. 

527 (197 CBT, 71 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

IELTS score of 6.0 

TOEFL scores of 550 (213 CBT) for undergraduate students in business and economics, computer science, and engineering. Pre-session intensive English is available (not included in ISEP benefits). 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 5.0, or TOIEC 650-750 

Exchange students may enroll in the intensive English program during the fall and then take regular courses in spring. 

550 (213 CBT) 

 

 

A language exam is given on arrival. Students may be advised to take EFL in conjunction with a reduced number of regular courses. 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) 

580 (237 CBT, 92 iBT) 

IELTS score of 5.5, or MELAB score of 69 for undergraduates. IELTS score of 7, or MELAB score of 82 for graduates. 

English language courses and Academic Orientation Program are available through English Language Institute (not included in ISEP benefits).
U Montana can waive the TOEFL requirement for Scandinavian students, provided undergraduate students submit a letter by English language faculty on home university letter head vouching for the student’s fluency level sufficient to take regular academic classes. Graduate students will additionally be interviewed by phone by our English Language Institute Director to verify their English language competency.
Students with TOEFL scores of 500 to 525 (173-195 CBT) must enroll in ENSL 250: Intermediate English for Academic Purposes during their first semester and ENSL 251 during their second semester. Students with TOEFL scores of 526 to 580 (196-237 CBT) must enroll in ENSL 450: Advanced English for Academic Purposes during their first semester and ENSL 451 during their second semester. Each class is worth three credits (included in ISEP benefits). 

487 (163 CBT, 57 iBT) 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) 

IELTS score of 5.0 

The Intensive Language program at UNO also offers a way to begin undergraduate work without taking the TOEFL! Students can follow a specific track of Intensive English courses to transition directly into undergraduate work. We also offer the Bridge Program to students who are just below the minimum required TOEFL score. In this case, students may take ESL and undergraduate courses at the same time! 

525 (193 CBT) 

 

 

Some departments may require 550 to 600 (213-250 CBT). A language test is administered on arrival and determines placement in an ESL course, if necessary. Pre-session intensive English is available (not included in ISEP benefits). 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

 

IELTS or SAT II (ELPT) score, Cambridge certificates (CAE, CPE), an SAT verbal score of 500, or an ACT verbal score of 19 

Pre-session intensive English language courses are available (not included in ISEP benefits). 

520 (190 CBT, 70 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

IELTS score (6.0 undergrad, 7.0 grad) 

The College of Business Administration requires a minimum TOEFL score of 550 (213 CBT) with at least 54 in every section.
Intensive English is available throughout the academic year (not included in ISEP benefits) 

 

 

 

While textbooks and research materials used at the University of Puerto Rico are often in English, the language of instruction is Spanish. Students must have completed the equivalent of at least four semesters of Spanish before beginning their exchange. Intensive Spanish language courses are offered during the summer only (not included in ISEP benefits). The TOEFL is not required. 

 

 

 

While textbooks and research materials used at the University of Puerto Rico are often in English, the language of instruction is Spanish. Students must have completed the equivalent of at least four semesters of Spanish before beginning their exchange. Intensive Spanish language courses are offered during the summer only (not included in ISEP benefits). The TOEFL is not required. 

527 (197 CBT, 71 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

IELTS score of 6 

Students may be required to enroll in two ESL credit courses in addition to their regular coursework (included in ISEP benefits). We do not required TOEFL for ISEP students. All incoming exchange students take the Michigan test of English language for placement purposes only. 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT 

 

Institutional TOEFL scores will only be accepted by students who attend Univ of Tennessee, Chattanooga’s ESL Summer Program. 

 

 

 

No TOEFL or IELTS required for incoming exchange students. UT’s English Language Institute offers full-time and part-time intensive English instruction for students and professionals. Class sessions begin in January, March, June, July, August, and October. 

500 (173 CBT, 61 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

 

Students with TOEFL scores below 600 may be required to take a language placement test on-campus (approximately 62 USD fee required) if the admissions committee finds that language courses may be required during a student’s exchange.
A language proficiency report or an Institutional TOEFL in lieu of official TOEFL scores can be accepted for all international students. A waiver can be accepted for schools where the language of instruction is English.
Students can enroll in English as a Second Language (ESOL) classes as part of their exchange. Students may participate in a language pre-session in the English Language Institute (not included in ISEP benefits).
Students can enroll in English as a Second Language (ESOL) classes as part of their exchange. Students may participate in a language pre-session in the English Language Institute (not included in ISEP benefits). 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 5.5, or equivalent MELAB score 

Students can submit only the ISEP Language Proficiency Report and take, on arrival at Pacific, the Modified Michigan Placement test and a writing exam. Students who lack adequate English proficiency take ESL in conjunction with regular courses as part of their ISEP benefits. 

500 (193 CBT, 61 iBT) 

 

IELTS - 6.0 or better 

Some graduate departments may request a higher score. Few ESL coures are available. 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

IELTS score of 6.5 

Limited ESL coursework is offered during the academic year (included in ISEP benefits). 

523 (193 CBT, 69 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 6.0 

Graduate programs may require a higher TOEFL score. 

550 (213 CBT, 73 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 6 

Native speakers of English may have the test requirements waived. Students with a score lower than 550 (213 CBT) are required to take an English Placement Exam upon arrival at UW-L. Results may indicate that a student is required to take ESL study in addition to academic courses. 

 

 

 

 

525 (197 CBT, 71 iBT) *See exceptions 

540 (197 CBT, 76 iBT) *See exceptions 

IELTS score of 5.5 for most undergrad; 6 for engineering and most graduate 

The following undergraduate fields have higher minimums: Engineering 550 (213 CBT. Graduate level Engineering requires a score of 600 (80 iBT) or IELTS of 6.0. Contact host coordinator for other graduate level language requirements. There is an ESL Center on campus. 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

 

6.5 out of 8 for the IELTS test is required 

No ESL options exist on our campus hence the ISEP Language Report needs to meet the same standards as the TOEFL. 

525 (197 CBT, 71 iBT) 

550 (213 CBT, 81 iBT) 

IELTS scores (6.0 undergrad, 6.0 grad) 

Intensive English is available ( included in ISEP benefits), based on an English placement test on arrival ($50 test fee applies). 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

 

In lieu of the TOEFL, applicants may submit scores from the Advanced Placement International English Language (APIEL) exam. An applicant will be deemed proficient in English upon receipt of a score of 3 or greater. 

 

523 (193 CBT) 

 

ELS Level 9 

Some departments, such as English, require higher TOEFL scores for graduate programs. While VSU does not offer intensive English language, there are courses in English for foreign students that are included in ISEP benefits. However, international students should be prepared to function independently in English when they arrive. 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

see notes 

IELTS score of 6.0 

Graduate minimum TOEFL requirements vary by department: Business, 600 (250 CBT, 100 iBT) or IELTS score of 7.0 ; School of the Arts, 600 (250 CBT). Other departments may vary. ESL is not available except on case-by-case basis and will be an additional fee. 

550 (217 CBT, 80 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 6.5 

Some graduate departments may require higher scores. 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

 

MELAB score of 77, an IELTS score of 6.5, an SAT I verbal score of 500, or a Cambridge Certificate (CPE) with a Pass (A, B, or C), or International Baccalaureate Diploma Program with a Pass in English is required for undergraduate study. 

 

525 (200 CBT, 74 iBT) 

 

IELTS band score of 6.0 

All classes are taught in English. Wesley College has a number of bilingual faculty members and offer several non English foreign language classes each semester. 

500 (173 CBT) 

 

Equivalent IELTS score 

A pre-semester intensive English course is available but is not included in ISEP benefits. Students may enroll in English as a Second Language courses during the semester at no additional cost. 

 

 

 

No TOEFL examinations are required for ISEP exchange. Western Carolina University accepts the ISEP Language Proficiency Report for non-degree undergraduate and graduate exchange applicants as proof of English language proficiency. WCU anticipates that the home institution will adequately prepare all ISEP exchange applicants to be ready to take courses taught in English at the university level. Intensive English courses for non-native English speakers and English language tutoring are available to ISEP exchange students upon request (not included in ISEP benefits). 

550 (213 CBT) 

 

 

An additional English test will be given on arrival. EFL can be taken during the academic year as a part of ISEP benefits along with a reduced number of regular courses. No pre-session EFL is offered. 

550 PBT (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

550 PBT (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

IELTS score of 6.5 

Graduate programs may have different TOEFL requirements. An additional English test will be given on arrival. EFL can be taken during the academic year as a part of ISEP benefits along with a reduced number of regular courses. Limited spots are available free of charge to qualifying students. No pre-session EFL is offered. Note students from Ghana must still submit a TOEFL score. 

550 (213 CBT, 80 iBT) 

567 (227 CBT, 86 iBT) 

IELTS score of 7.0 

English as a second language courses are offered through the Intensive English Program during the summer and academic year (not included in ISEP benefits). 

550 (213 CBT) 

 

Michigan Test score of 80 

A placement test is administered on campus. 

550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT) 

600 (250 CBT, 100 iBT) 

IELTS score of 6.0 

Advanced academic ESL classes are offered during the Fall semester. 

550 (213 CBT or 79 iBT) 

88 iBT 

IELTS score of 6.5 

The ISEP Language Proficiency Report may be substituted for TOEFL scores for students from Austria, Belgium, Botswana, Denmark, Fiji, Finland, Germany, Ghana, Iceland, Malta, Norway, the Netherlands, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, the American University of Bulgaria, or the American University of Sharjah (UAE), but they must submit a summary of their national education system in reference to teaching English. This summary would be submitted with each student’s application in addition to the ISEP Language Proficiency Report completed by English language faculty at the home university. Students with an IBT TOEFL between 79 and 88 may need to take English for International Students, focused at a higher level than ESL classes, in the fall only: Oral Communication in Academic Discourse, Reading in Academic Discourse, and Writing in Academic Discourse, each worth 4 credits. 

530 (197 CBT, 72 iBT) 

see notes 

IELTS score of 6.0, an SAT I verbal score of 410, an ACT verbal score of 20, or a satisfactory score on the WSU English Proficiency Exam offered at the beginning of each semester. 

Students applying for graduate-level courses must meet any higher TOEFL score required by the department to which they apply.
Students with TOEFL scores between 500 and 529 may enroll part-time in academic classes and part-time at the Intensive English Language Center. The university offers six levels of Intensive English classes. 

560 (220 CBT, 83 iBT) 

 

IELTS score of 6.5, SAT II (ELPT) or SAT verbal score. 

Willamette is a reading and writing intensive university, so students should be able to succeed in a writing intensive environment. A pre-semester intensive 3-week English course is available for fall semester students, but the costs are not included in ISEP benefits. 

550 (213 CBT) 

 

Equivalent SAT II (ELPT) 

 

550 (213 CBT) 

 

 

Students who do not meet this level are required to take EFL courses (not included in ISEP benefits).